This week's lesson on The Glee Project is "Vulnerability," which might as well be called "Cry As Much As Possible, Or You'll Seem Like A Cold Robot." And oh boy, did the group deliver on the tears. But before I get into tallying a cry count, let's recap!

Homework Assignment: Kelly Clarkson's "My Life Would Suck Without You"

Charlie makes a good point when he says he doesn't think it'll be easy to portray vulnerability while dance-y beats blare in the background—but nobody else seems to mind. But when it comes time to perform it in front of very special guest star Cory Monteith (aka FINN!), it looks like they all called it in. Everyone's interpretation of "vulnerability" seems to be "look as sad as possible and/or make a grimace." Cory gives some very nice critiques to those who over-acted (lookin' at you, Abraham), and he declares Nellie the winner of a one-on-one with him and the featured role in the music video of the week. Which, speaking of, is...

Music Video: "Everybody Hurts" by REM

The video centers around teen bullying—it's definitely a HUGE problem in schools today, something that almost everybody can relate to in some way, and I think a great theme for showing "vulnerability."

Choreography: In lieu of choreography, Eric, the video director, comes to speak with the group about their own experiences with bullying. Shanna breaks down in tears describing how she used to be called a "crack baby" because of her mom's involvement with drugs. The biggest shock to me was that Blake used to be bullied (Guess he's showed them now—seriously, he's quite attractive now). But he admits his worst experience with bullying was when he witnessed another kid getting picked on and didn't step in to help. Lily admits that SHE was the bully back in the day. She has an aggressive attitude and is quick to defend when she's being criticized, so I can see where that would translate into picking on others before they could pick on her.

Vocals: Ali struggles in the booth to shed the positive layer she's used to keeping up. Mario has pitch issues, then has a bit of a 'tude with Nikki, which is a big no-no if you ask me (nobody is, but I'm telling you anyway).

Video Shoot: This shoot went significantly better than last week's hot-mess express. Although Lily nails portraying the bully in the video (I mean, she really went to town "beating up" Aylin. Pent up aggression much?), she struggles when she has to be the victim. And of course, when she gets criticism, she makes excuses. "Everything is not her fault," Zach quips. Blake and Michael step up and prove they are two of the stronger actors of the group, and their scene together is really moving. Charlie, however, makes a HUGE mistake. While filming with Mario, he gets lost in the moment and grabs Mario's cane. It makes everybody (including me) uncomfortable, but Charlie does recognize immediately that is was a terrible blocking choice. He's upset the mentors are disappointed, but, hey, at least there's a lady waiting for him with a hug (thanks, Aylin).

The Bottom Three

Robert declares Blake the winner of the week (and I agree!). Charlie, Mario, and Lily are chosen as the bottom three. I was surprised when Mario gave some back talk again when Nikki said he was making lots of pitch errors in the vocal booth. "That would suggest I'm not ready," he says. "Just so you know, none of you are ready," she says back. Oooh, burn.

Lily--"Mercy" by Duffy: "I think I did well in the group number and for some reason the mentors didn't see that," Lily tells us. Ugh, I am beginning to not like her and her attitude. But she sings well—it's big and loud and sexy as per usual—and Ryan says he's concerned because she isn't an underdog. This prompts her to cry and say she loves singing ballads. I don't see the connection between ballads and being an underdog, but Ryan loves it.

Charlie--"Fix You" by Coldplay: Charlie makes a bold move and changes the song up entirely. Ryan's inspired by his switch-up because doesn't want Glee to become "a damn karaoke show," and says it might be the favorite thing he's seen on this show.

Mario--"Over the Rainbow": Mario sings a pretty, moving version of the classic (that one with the ukulele). When Ryan asks about Mario's 'tude, he starts to cry and says his words were taken the wrong way.

But SURPRISE TWIST!—all three are called back for next week. Eh, I think they should have waited for that move when we are more invested in certain contestants. but I always hate to see anybody go.

Do you agree with the judges pick? Who would you have sent home, and who would you have called back? Even more important, who should win!?

Anna MoesleinAssistant editor and entertainment writer. University of Missouri grad. Will listen to any song and watch any TV show, movie, or cute puppy video at least once (but probably twice). Eats ice cream or fro-yo daily—extra points if it has coconut.